How shameless!

Josie shot him a look that was meant to be reproachful, yet her eyes, dancing with a blend of shyness and apprehension, unwittingly conveyed more allure than admonition at that instant, exuding an irresistible charm.

As she withdrew her hand, an impromptu query crossed her mind. “Has that car accident left any lasting effects on your heart?”

At this juncture, Dexter’s attention appeared to slightly diminish. His response, delivered in a tone straddling the line between sincerity and jest, was ambiguous, “No, the impact you’ve had on it is far more significant.”

Unable to contain herself, Josie lightly slapped him on his body, her action more playful than punitive. In her movement, she inadvertently grazed his delicate area.

Dexter’s brow knitted, a quiet hiss escaping him. He grabbed her hand again, his voice a low caution, “Be careful with your movements.”

The realization of her accidental contact sent a flush of warmth across Josie. She knew she couldn’t linger any longer, “I really need to leave now!”

She hastened out of the car, the cool embrace of the night air alleviating the heat on her cheeks as she made her exit.

Raising her head, she found herself locking eyes with the few individuals who had been awaiting her return. She halted, momentarily frozen, before a wave of embarrassment overcame her, wishing she could vanish into thin air.

D*mn it, Dexter!

having just arrived and slightly out of breath, scrutinized Josie from head to toe before breaking the silence. “You look

approached, inquiring, “Where were

call to my mother, I went out to meet her, worried she might

Vivian. Claudia stepped forward to inform, “Your

the situation without further

an initial silence lingered

Josie observed her for a moment before deciding to initiate conversation, “Thank you for your help

acknowledgment. “It wasn’t your fault, but had the events escalated today, it could’ve severely tarnished your reputation. Have you considered why

intimidated her into silence. I suppose it was

nod of affirmation. “If that’s the case, why didn’t you confront them sooner? With my presence, the Ross family would have hesitated

younger members that jeopardizes the collaborative interests of both families would result in

assistance to us, Leanne.

fleeting shadow of discomfort

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